Comparison
Tesla Model 3 vs Volkswagen ID.4
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model 3 363 mi vs 291 mi
Best value Tesla Model 3 $42,490 vs $45,095
Faster charging Volkswagen ID.4 36 min vs 28 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model 3 6.7 vs 3.3
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model 3
363 mi vs 291 mi
Value winner
Tesla Model 3
$117/mi vs $155/mi
Charging winner
Volkswagen ID.4
28 min vs 36 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model 3
246 Wh/mi vs 298 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model 3
82 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Tesla Model 3 | Volkswagen ID.4 |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Long Range RWD | Pro |
| MSRP (USD) | $42,490 | $45,095 |
| Range | 363 mi | 291 mi |
| Efficiency | 246 Wh/mi • 4.07 mi/kWh | 298 Wh/mi • 3.36 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 82 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| DC max | 208 kW | 210 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 36 min | 28 min |
| Roadtrip score | 79.7 | 77.7 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 97 mi | 97 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 117 $/mi | 155 $/mi |
| Top speed | 125 mph | 99 mph |
| Cargo | 21 cu ft | 19 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 2,205 lb | 2,205 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model 3 if you want the longer rated range (363 mi vs 291 mi).
- Choose Volkswagen ID.4 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 28 min vs 36 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Tesla Model 3 looks better ($117/mi vs $155/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model 3 has the stronger weighted profile (6.7 vs 3.3).
Tesla Model 36.7 Volkswagen ID.43.3 208 kW36 min 210 kW28 min
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